The Daily Beast
Photo Illustration by Thomas Levinson/The Daily Beast The Looker selects products independently. If you purchase something from our posts, we may earn a small commission. From cold plunges and red light therapy blankets to vibration plates and even hyperbaric chambers, the wellness space is undeniably saturated with longevity-boosting modalities. Some feel more trend-driven than others, but thermotherapy via sauna exposure is one of the few that’s stood the test of time—and science. Research suggests that aside from helping the body detox, consistent sauna use may support cardiovascular health , aid recovery, and even reduce all-cause mortality by as much as 40 percent when used regularly (about four times a week for 20 minutes each time). Despite being unreasonably interested in—and, at times, embarrassingly willing to spend on—the latest wellness tech, I wouldn’t exactly call myself the picture of health. I am, however, deeply committed to my sauna routine. It has to help counteract my late-night Taco Bell habit and abysmally inconsistent sleep schedule… right? Read more at The Daily Beast.
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